Describe the current U.S. opioid epidemic and the role of healthcare providers in causing it.

List at least three actions surgeons can take to help address overprescribing of opioid analgesics.

Explain several ways we can identify and support patients who are at risk for opioid addiction after surgery.

Identify treatment resources for surgical patients with opioid use disorder.

The University of Washington School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Washington School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 20.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. (Each session is 1.0 credits)